Shaun and Greg Silkman whose emphasis on careful fruit selection and rigorous attention to detail produce a range of wines that appeal to both critics and consumers alike
Again restrained / subtle with the citrus characters the main drivers but once the acid kicks in the whole thing livens up and the textural / talc elements of the palate are apparent
Windy weather over flowering and a warm late Summer period resulted in lower yields with excellent flavour concentration
Oseleta and Syrah grapes grown in La Grola
Then a sweet and savoury line runs through the middle palate
Oakridge Yarra Valley Range Chardonnay 2024 champagne-philipponnat Shaun and Greg Silkman whosePale straw and vivid yellow green hues. Aromas of fresh cut citrus, lemon, and lime, complemented by a floral lift that leaps out of the glass. Mineral whiffs of flint and baking spice add complexity and intrigue. Bright and exuberant citrus and grapefruit flavors are on display from first sip, with a generous and glossy mouthfeel of stone fruit origins to follow. A precise acid line drives depth and length, accompanied by crunchy phenolics, which aid